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Va. (WDBJ) – Researchers have discovered a link between heart problems and memory problems, a new study raises concerns about online vendors of prescription weight loss drugs, and sleep loss may be contributing to weight gain, according to recent research
Many people are obtaining prescription GLP-1 weight loss drugs from online vendors without consulting a doctor. A study published in JAMA found that online vendors of the prescription drugs often send medications directly to patients, relying solely on medical information provided by the patient. The study’s authors said the practices of some online vendors may lead to safety problems and reduced efficacy
A study by the Max Planck Institute found that people with even minor cardiac dysfunction had a higher risk for microscopic brain tissue damage linked to Alzheimer’s disease and long-term memory loss. Researchers said more study is needed to understand the connection
The more sleep people lose, the more weight they gain, according to a Columbia University study. Researchers found that people who cut their sleep short by just 80 minutes a night gained one pound over six weeks compared to people who got enough sleep. Researchers believe sleep deprivation leads to changes in appetite and overeating, which over time results in weight gain
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